Programs of Victoria University of Wellington

Graduate Diploma of Teaching (Primary)

Wellington , New Zealand

Make a positive difference in children's lives—get the skills and knowledge you need to become a confident and competent primary school teacher. This one-year, full-time programme will give you a grounding in the principles and theories of teaching and learning, human development, primary school curriculum studies and teaching experience. To qualify for entry in this programme, you'll need an undergraduate degree and be accepted by the Faculty of Education as suitable for the teaching profession.

NZ$33,320 International

NZ$8,021 Domestic

NZ$25,000 Living cost

Graduate Diploma of Teaching (Secondary)

Victoria University of Wellington

Wellington , New Zealand

Get the skills and knowledge you need to be a confident and effective secondary school teacher. Study with the School of Education in this one-year, full-time, programme that will give you a grounding in the principles and theories of teaching and learning, human development and curriculum studies in secondary school subjects. If you have an undergraduate degree that includes two secondary teaching subjects, one to 200-level and one to 300-level, the GDipTchg(Secondary) is designed for you. If you have only one teaching subject in your undergraduate degree, you may still be able to do the GDipTchg(Secondary) as long as your teaching subject is approved by the Dean as a high demand subject.

NZ$33,320 International

NZ$8,021 Domestic

NZ$25,000 Living cost

Master of Applied Finance

Victoria University of Wellington

Wellington , New Zealand

Advance your financial skills and boost your career with Victoria’s postgraduate programme in Applied Finance. Offered by the School of Economics and Finance and created in consultation with accrediting professional bodies, the programme is oriented towards applied knowledge so you gain the crucial industry skills you need to hit the ground running.

NZ$52,820 International

NZ$24,470 Domestic

NZ$25,000 Living cost

Master of Architectural Science

Victoria University of Wellington

Wellington , New Zealand

Become an expert in the science of the built environment and increase your understanding of the connections between architecture, engineering, testing and building research. You’ll explore building construction and performance, how building materials function, sustainability in the industry and the relationship between buildings and the environment. Learn to question, test and explain these elements and become confident in your knowledge as an architectural scientist. Choose from a selection of qualifications to suit your career goals and time availability. The Master of Architectural Science is professionally recognised by the New Zealand Institute of Building (NZIOB).

NZ$57,170 International

NZ$14,093 Domestic

NZ$25,000 Living cost

Master of Architecture

Victoria University of Wellington

Wellington , New Zealand

Delve deeper into the history and theory of architecture with the research and thesis-based Master of Architecture. Students wishing to study to become a professional architect should go to the Master of Architecture (Professional). This qualification will be of interest to you if you are already working in the profession and want to deepen your understanding of a particular aspect of architecture. Or you may have recently completed a Bachelor of Architectural Studies (BAS) or Postgraduate Diploma in Architecture History and Theory (PDGipAHT), and want to continue on to do research. You'll further develop your critical thinking and discussion skills with in-depth study into your area of interest. Increase your understanding of how architectural history and theory are applied to design, so you can express your own ideas and conclusions within a theoretical framework.

NZ$38,370 International

NZ$9,259 Domestic

NZ$25,000 Living cost

Master of Architecture (Professional)

Victoria University of Wellington

Wellington , New Zealand

Get prepared to work as a professional architect. Hone your skills as a designer, develop your ability to think visually and in three dimensions and learn how to best meet your clients' needs through practical, real-life experiences. Learn through a combination of taught courses and a written thesis or research portfolio that involves self-directed, design-led research. You'll graduate with a range of design projects that demonstrate mastery in your area of interest.

NZ$9,668 Domestic

NZ$25,000 Living cost

Master of Business Administration

Victoria University of Wellington

Wellington , New Zealand

Certificate, Postgraduate Diploma or Master of Business Administration–choose the qualification with the entry requirements, time commitment and career benefits that suit you. You'll master tools and models that improve strategic thinking, decision making and leadership, through a family of professional programmes that let you choose the qualification that suits.

NZ$29,870 International

NZ$41,337 Domestic

NZ$25,000 Living cost

Master of Computer Science

Victoria University of Wellington

Wellington , New Zealand

Enhance your career with a Master of Computer Science (MCompSc). This flexible coursework and project-based programme will put you at the forefront of innovation in a rapidly developing industry. Gain specialist knowledge of computer science theories, methods and strategy, and build on your skills in computing architecture, construction, engineering and design.

NZ$14,093 Domestic

NZ$25,000 Living cost

Master of Design

Victoria University of Wellington

Wellington , New Zealand

Bachelor's degree in Architectural Studies, Diploma in Architecture or an approved alternative, with a B average. You may also be required to demonstrate your proficiency in English.

NZ$36,920 International

NZ$9,259 Domestic

NZ$25,000 Living cost

Master of Design Innovation

Victoria University of Wellington

Wellington , New Zealand

Get the specialist skills and knowledge you need to be a successful professional in the design industry. In this three-trimester programme, you'll learn the art of bringing ideas to life—from conception to design to construction.

NZ$54,920 International

NZ$14,093 Domestic

NZ$25,000 Living cost